The Best Hotels Closest to World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis - 2026 Updated Prices

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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pool table, surrounded by large windows.

A spacious room with a long table and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a 'Welcome to the Show Nest' sign.

A snack and treat display with various products, including chips and beverages, in a store setting.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a view of the lobby.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

Dogtown, 1.5 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Jennifer

£123

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story building with a grand entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade at night.

A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a dining table with chairs, a bedside table with lamps, and a floral-patterned rug.

A hallway with a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A wooden table set for a meal under a tent with string lights, surrounded by chairs on a grassy area.

2. Grand Center Inn

1.5 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Leon and Janis

£150

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a courtyard with palm trees.

A bar area with a marble counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, wicker furniture, and a dining table set with food and drinks.

A grand lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a decorative ceiling.

3. The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

Central West End, 0.2 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Tosha

£155

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a sign reading "AC HOTEL CENTRAL WEST END".

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a bar area, and a seating space.

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, built-in bar with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

4. AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

Central West End, < 0.1 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Molly

£139

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, string lights, and a city skyline view.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bathtub, and a unique eye-themed pillow.

A woman sitting on a green sofa in a modern lobby with a staircase and a large framed artwork on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and a series of uniformly lit windows.

5. Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.7 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Skylee

£105

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and benches, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A group of people sitting on a couch in a well-lit room with a large plant and a floor lamp.

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a parking lot, and a sign for a restaurant.

6. Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG

Central West End, 0.1 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Lydia

£128

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, planters, and a grill.

A building with a sign that reads "element by Westin" on a brick wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a reception desk, and a large window providing a view of the interior.

7. Element by Marriott St. Louis Midtown

Midtown, 1.3 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Heather

£117

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden deck, surrounded by a bamboo fence, and string lights.

A spacious dining area with marble tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a modern ceiling design.

A reception area with a Christmas tree, a neon sign, and a Santa Claus figure.

A building with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a tree adorned with string lights.

8. The West End

Central West End, 0.7 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Deborah

£79

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, a neon sign, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

A gym with exercise equipment, a patterned carpet, and large windows.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'aloft' sign, a 'WXYZ' sign, and a 'Coming Soon' advertisement on the side.

A pool area with clear water, red lounge chairs, and a view of the outside through large windows.

9. Aloft by Marriott St Louis Central West End

Central West End, 0.8 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Jacob

£101

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, cushioned benches, and a covered patio with string lights.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A modern indoor seating area with a sofa, tables, and chairs.

A hotel coffee shop with a coffee machine, mugs, and a buffet area.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

The Grove, 0.9 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

paullita jeanne

£137

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a blue armchair, a sofa, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a wall display of packaged goods.

A hotel room with a sofa, a blue armchair, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a bed.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a reception desk.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park

Central West End, 0.4 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Morgan

£137

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a piano, and a large rug.

A backyard with a stone fire pit, two Adirondack chairs, and a hammock.

A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

A hallway with wooden doors, a wall-mounted tree decoration, a small table with a plant, and a painting.

12. White House at Grand Central

1.3 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Triman

£98

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a mirror, and a vanity with shelves.

A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, a dresser, and a chandelier.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, a vanity with a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A room with a grand piano, a round table with a red and white tablecloth, and a statue of a robed figure.

13. Central West End B&B

Central West End, 1 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Stacee

£145

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with a green armchair, a round table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, a large abstract painting, and a seating area with a glass coffee table.

A bar area with a neon sign, a lamp, and various food and drink items.

A room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a radiator.

14. Truitt Hotel

Lafayette Square, 3.2 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Gabrielle

£154

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the Gateway Arch and a modern building.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

15. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

Downtown St. Louis, 4.1 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Salvatore

£119

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a patterned ceiling.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a 'Step Down' sign.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and ottomans, and a patterned rug.

A Drury Plaza Hotel with a large parking lot and multiple cars parked in front.

16. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

4.7 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Janell

£122

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A log cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A rustic wooden interior with a wooden bench displaying various animal carvings and a stone wall.

A rustic wooden bed with a quilt, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

A stone fireplace with a wooden mantel, surrounded by rustic decor and a wooden ceiling.

17. The Lodge at Grant's Trail

7.4 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Patricia

£151

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, a bar, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern bar area with a central fire feature, bar stools, and seating.

The exterior of the Clark & Bourbon hotel with a well-lit entrance, a marquee sign, and a landscaped planter area.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, a kitchen in the background, and hanging light fixtures.

18. Live by Loews - St.Louis

Downtown St. Louis, 3.9 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Frank

£143

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a glass facade, seating area, and a staircase.

A room with large windows overlooking a bridge and water, featuring wooden chairs and a small table.

A modern dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view of a bridge, and a stone accent wall.

A bar area with a bartender, a bar counter with various bottles, and a view of the Gateway Arch.

19. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

4.2 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Nicole

£331

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fountain, and a view of a tower.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a clock on the wall.

A buffet setup with various food items, a coffee station, and a refrigerator with beverages.

The exterior of the Charles F. Knight Center with a stone facade, large arched entrance, and a sign above the doors.

20. The Knight Center at Washington University

2.8 mi from World Chess Hall of Fame

Kenney

£147

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to World Chess Hall of Fame

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Grand Center Inn	9.4 Exceptional 105 reviews	View
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis	9.2 Wonderful 1,013 reviews	View
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End	9.0 Wonderful 852 reviews	View
Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.8 Excellent 1,166 reviews	View

Top World Chess Hall of Fame Hotel Reviews

Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Relaxing night unwinding on rooftop bar."

White House at Grand Central

10/10 Excellent

"Nice find in the city"

The West End

8/10 Good

"It was a comfortable quiet room. Didn't care for the shower. TV didn't allow access to many channels. Not sure why. But for the most part enjoyed our stay."

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

10/10 Excellent

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DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park

8/10 Good

"Safe surroundings and ambiance. Access to restaurant from Lobby convenient. The bathroom was not completely clean specifically the bathtub. The rest of the room was great"

Walk to Forest Park | Fire Pit & Porch Swing

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay! Great communication by the host as well"

Quiet Condo Near Barnes Hospital & WashU Med - King Bed + Free Parking

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay! Close to everything"

Historic 3BR Near Barnes Jewish Hospital | Walkable CWE | Dog-Friendly

8/10 Good

"The accommodations and location were great. Beds were comfortable and we had plenty place for everyone. I would recommend."

Charming 3BR Family Home Near Downtown STL

8/10 Good

"Could tell that upgrades were being done. Would’ve been nice if the grass was cut and trimmed prior to our arrival. Would’ve made the home more welcoming."

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A grand cathedral interior with intricate mosaics, a large central altar, and a circular stained glass window.

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

8.6/10 (557 reviews)

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A large, historic brick house with a prominent porch and a blue door.

Cabanne House

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A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by a garden with red and pink tulips and purple flowers.

Forest Park

9.2/10 (3,389 reviews)

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A gazebo with columns and a dome roof, surrounded by a pond and greenery.

Pagoda Circle

As one of the cornerstones of Forest Park for about a century, this grassy island and its bandstand offer an excellent concert spot.

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A theater stage with a variety of neon signs advertising different businesses.

The Muny Theater

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around World Chess Hall of Fame?

World Chess Hall of Fame is located in a welcoming area of St. Louis known for its picturesque gardens and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 124 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near World Chess Hall of Fame?

Adjacent to World Chess Hall of Fame, The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and a health club. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG and AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End.

How many hotels are there near World Chess Hall of Fame?

Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from World Chess Hall of Fame.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near World Chess Hall of Fame, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near World Chess Hall of Fame.

What can I see and do near World Chess Hall of Fame?

You'll want to browse the collections at Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, St. Louis Science Center and St. Louis Art Museum. St. Louis Union Station, Jewel Box and Sheldon Concert Hall are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around World Chess Hall of Fame. You can watch performances at The Muny Theater, Fox Theater and Powell Symphony Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to World Chess Hall of Fame?

Head to Central West End Station to catch metro transport. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for World Chess Hall of Fame hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

2. Grand Center Inn

3. The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

4. AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

5. Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG

7. Element by Marriott St. Louis Midtown

8. The West End

9. Aloft by Marriott St Louis Central West End

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

11. DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park

12. White House at Grand Central

13. Central West End B&B

14. Truitt Hotel

15. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

16. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

17. The Lodge at Grant's Trail

18. Live by Loews - St.Louis

19. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

20. The Knight Center at Washington University

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Top World Chess Hall of Fame Hotel Reviews

Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

White House at Grand Central

The West End

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park

Walk to Forest Park | Fire Pit & Porch Swing

Quiet Condo Near Barnes Hospital & WashU Med - King Bed + Free Parking

Historic 3BR Near Barnes Jewish Hospital | Walkable CWE | Dog-Friendly

Charming 3BR Family Home Near Downtown STL

Other attractions near World Chess Hall of Fame

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

Cabanne House

Forest Park

Pagoda Circle

The Muny Theater

Blue Strawberry

Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue

Highlands Golf & Tennis Center

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